Parents of teenager killed in Piedmont Cybertruck crash sue the drivers family

Oakland, CALocal News

The family of Krysta Tsukahara has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the estates of Soren Dixon and others following a deadly crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck on November 27, 2024. Tsukahara, just 19 years old, died alongside her friends after the vehicle crashed and caught fire, leaving only one survivor, Jordan Miller. Allegations in the lawsuit point to negligence due to Dixon's intoxication, with reports indicating he consumed at least eight drinks and had a blood alcohol level above the legal limit. The lawsuit also targets multiple unnamed defendants, potentially including Tesla, for their role in the incident. Attorney Roger Dreyer stated that Tsukahara did not suffer injuries from the crash itself, but rather died from asphyxiation in the fire.

The Tsukahara family is frustrated by a lack of communication from the other families involved and seeks answers about the events of that night. They are particularly concerned about who provided the alcohol that contributed to the tragic circumstances. The lawsuit's filing aligns with California's two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, with a deadline for related lawsuits set for November 26, 2026.

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